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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri Advocates Unified Strategies for Greece’s Climate Goals

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For World Environment Day, INDUSTRY Manufacturing BOUSSIAS features an article by Prof. Phoebe Koundouri, titled “Unified Action and Holistic Strategies for the Climate Crisis.” Prof. Koundouri presents findings on how fragmented policies in energy, agriculture, and water management undermine Greece’s 2050 climate goals. Her research emphasizes the need for coordinated, integrated strategies to support a …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri on ANT1’s “Brave New Greece”

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On 07 June 2025, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri was featured in an interview on ANT1’s program “Brave New Greece” with journalist Pepi Tyligadi. The full interview is available to watch here. During the discussion, Prof. Koundouri emphasized that the circular economy is not only an environmental necessity but also a strategic economic priority. She highlighted its …

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Dr. Benos Represents AE4RIA at the Inaugural “Delphi Forum Slemani”

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On May 18 and 19, Dr. Theo Benos represented the AE4RIA network at the inaugural “Delphi Forum Slemani”, held in Sulaymaniyah (Slemani), in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. This event, which was overseen by Mr. Qubad Talabani, the Deputy Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, and the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, served as a …

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Driving Rural Innovation: FoodCoP Webinar & Hybrid Event Series on Startup Villages Across Europe

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This summer and autumn, FoodCoP will host a European-wide series of hybrid events and webinars exploring how Startup Villages can become engines of rural innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. Led by three of the project’s key partners and Startup Villages — Câmara Municipal do Fundão (Portugal), RDI Hub (Ireland), and Podjetniški inkubator Kočevje (Slovenia) — this …

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Suburban myths: Why green isn’t always safe

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Greece’s leafy suburb of Kifissia, often seen as a climate haven due to its greenery, faces growing environmental and urban challenges that threaten its resilience. Despite having slightly above the WHO minimum green space per resident, much of it is private and inaccessible. Urban issues like traffic congestion, pollution, fragmented roads, and insufficient public transport …

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AE4RIA Research Seminar: Diet quality, groundwater depletion and the Sustainable Development Goal 2

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8th Seminar on 10/06/2025. The AE4RIA Research Seminar Series, a webinar organised by Resees, Research Laboratory AUEB and Sustainable Development Unit – ATHENA RC, hosted by Prof. Dr. Phoebe Koundouri. This series is dedicated to exploring cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Economic, Social, and Natural Systems. Bringing together leading academics, each seminar aims to address pressing global challenges …

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NatCat Summit on the Far-Reaching Impacts of Natural Catastrophes at the Megaron Athens International Conference Centre

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On 29 May 2025, Professor Dr. Phoebe Koundouri participated in a pivotal session titled “Highlighting Environmental, Social and Economic Impacts of Natural Catastrophes” at the NatCat Summit, held at the Megaron Athens International Conference Centre. In her address, Professor Koundouri delivered profound insights into the complex and interconnected challenges posed by climate change, highlighting the …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri on the Environmental Stakes of the U.S.–China Rivalry

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri is honored to be featured in the National Herald of New York (Ethnikos Kirikas & The National Herald Inc.), discussing the global environmental stakes of the ongoing U.S.–China rivalry — the world’s two largest polluters. In the interview, Prof. Koundouri explores how the policy choices of these two nations shape the future …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri at the UniCredit Longevity Economic Forum 2025

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On 28 May 2025, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri spoke at the UniCredit Longevity Economic Forum in Milan, alongside Nobel Laureates in Economic Sciences Robert C. Merton and Michael Spence, as part of a distinguished discussion on the economic, social, and institutional dimensions of longevity. In her presentation on “SDGs-Based Transformation to Support Longevity,” Prof. Koundouri shared …

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ERC Grants Workshop at EAERE2025

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ERC Grants Workshop: Advancing Frontier Research in Environmental Economics EAERE 2025 – Bergen, Norway Tuesday, 17 June 2025 13:00 – 14:00 CEST Hybrid Description: This workshop brings together current and former European Research Council (ERC) grantees specializing in environmental and resource economics to present pioneering research funded by the ERC. Featuring concise presentations and an …

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Driving Global Impact: Apply for the Zayed Sustainability Prize

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Are you developing a solution that creates meaningful change in Health, Food, Energy, Water, or Education? This is your opportunity to make a global impact. The Zayed Sustainability Prize is one of the world’s leading awards recognizing innovative and transformative initiatives that are improving lives and advancing sustainable development. Winners gain international recognition and receive …

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Co-Creating the Future of the Alonissos-Northern Sporades Marine Park: Highlights from Our Second Participatory Workshop

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On Monday, 19th of May, we organised our second participatory workshop on the future of the Alonissos-Northern Sporades Marine Park, bringing together a dynamic group of stakeholders to co-create a vision and discuss socioeconomic insights. We kicked off with a warm welcome over coffee, followed by insightful presentations from Dr. Conrad Landis and Ms. Lydia …

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AE4RIA at the Regional Growth Conference 2025 – Highlights from a Week of Impactful Dialogue!

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This week, (12-14 May 2025), AE4RIA – Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Αephoria researchers from Resees, Research Laboratory AUEB – Athens University of Economics and Business, and the Sustainable Development Unit – ATHENA RC actively participated in the Regional Growth Conference 2025, contributing to vital discussions on sustainable regional development, climate resilience, …

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Kick-off Meeting of the SustaiNet Erasmus+ Project | Empowering Local Governance for Sustainable Green Growth

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On 20–21 May 2025, the University of Limassol hosted the official kick-off meeting of the SustaiNet Erasmus+ project, a strategic initiative aimed at empowering local governments and SMEs through the creation of a transnational Network of Green Business Innovation Centres (GBICs). Project CoordinationLed by the Athens University of Economics and Business, RESEES Research Laboratory AUEB, …

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Why Greece should bank on its diet for a double dividend in climate and health

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A return to the traditional Mediterranean diet in Greece offers a powerful opportunity to address both environmental and public health challenges. Research using the FABLE Calculator shows that widespread dietary change could reduce agricultural greenhouse gas emissions by up to 60% by 2050, primarily through lower meat consumption and more efficient land use. Despite the …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri at the SDSN Türkiye Members Conference 2025

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On 21 May 2025, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri participated in the SDSN Türkiye Members Conference in Istanbul last week in her capacity as Chair of the SDSN Global Climate Hub and Co-Chair of SDSN Europe. At the conference, Prof. Koundouri delivered a presentation on “Integrated Climate Modelling: Pathways to Climate Neutrality and Resilience,” emphasizing the critical …

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Climate cash crisis: Can investment planning fix Europe’s finance adaptation gap?

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The Adaptation Investment Cycle (AIC) — a strategic investment planning tool developed through our Horizon Europe Pathways2Resilience project. With €738 billion in climate-related losses since 1980, and adaptation finance making up less than 5% of global climate funding, urgent investment is essential. The AIC enables smarter, faster, and more effective climate action — helping to …

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4th MAIA Resilience EU Workshop – Shaping Europe’s Sustainable Energy Future

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On April 29, 2025, we were thrilled to host the 4th MAIA Workshop at the Athens University of Economics and Business, as part of the Hydrogen Conference on Shaping Europe’s Sustainable Energy Future. This in-person event brought together over 130 participants — from policymakers and researchers to industry leaders and civil society — for an …

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AE4RIA Research Seminar: Evidence from Economic Behavioral Experiments with African Farmers and Consumers: Methods, Insights, and Lessons Learned

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7th Seminar on 20/05/2025. The AE4RIA Research Seminar Series, a webinar organised by Resees, Research Laboratory AUEB and Sustainable Development Unit – ATHENA RC, hosted by Prof. Dr. Phoebe Koundouri. This series is dedicated to exploring cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Economic, Social, and Natural Systems. Bringing together leading academics, each seminar aims to address pressing global …

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How can Greece become a bridge for green energy in Europe?

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At the Hydrogen Conference 2025, experts from Greece and Denmark shared cutting-edge insights on hydrogen production, energy systems, and Power-to-X technologies. The session featured: Dr. Stavros Solomos (Academy of Athens), who presented Greece’s national RES strategy, emphasizing the country’s potential to serve as a “green energy bridge” connecting Southern Europe to Central and Northern markets. …

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